Martha Euphemia Lofton Haynes

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Martha Euphemia Lofton HaynesDuring Martha's life, many important things happened.Contributions to MathematicsFirst african american mathematicianHelped integrate D.C Public schoolsFirst female to chair the D.C School BoardFacts About MarthaLifespan- 1890-1980Birthplace-Washington, D.CAge of Death- 90 years oldBirth date- September 11th, 1890

EducationMartha attended Smith College. She also attended the University of Chicago.She attended the Catholic University of AmericaWW1Martha lived through World War 1 World War 1 took place during 1914-1918WW2She also lived through World War 2. World War 2 took place form 1939-1945FamilyBy: Sara PlacenciaParents:Father- Dr. William S. LoftonMother-Lavania Day LoftonHusband- Harold Appo HaynesMartha didn't have any children withher husband.Historic EventsInteresting Events FromHer LifeShe was against the track system in Washington D.CShe was elected fellow for the association for the advancement of science in 1962